Differential thermal analysis of poly(vinylidene chloride) crystals

The melting behavior of poly(vinylidene chloride) (PVDC) was studied using differential thermal analysis (DTA). Crystals were grown isothermally from 0.1% and 0.02% dilute solutions of the polymer in 1.2-dibromoethane and monobromobenzene. Both solid and oil samples were used for the DTA experiments. Solid samples are defined as dried down crystals and oil samples are crystals which have been suspension exchanged in silicone oil without letting them dry out. Thermal curves of solid samples are similar to those obtained previously with as-polymerized crystals, that is they show two endotherms. The lower temperature peak corresponds to the melting of lamellae as formed. The upper peak at around 200°C, may be due to the melting of crystals which have reorganized during heating. Thermal curves of oil samples show two extra small peaks in addition to those of the solid samples. From the results of annealing and degradation experiments, these two peaks may correspond to a small portion of the crystals which have been partially degraded to form double bonds and thus possess lower melting points. An alternative explanation is that there is an as yet unreported second crystal form of PVDC.

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Zusammenfassung Das Schmelzverhalten von Poly/vinylidenchlorid (PVDC) wurde unter Einsatz der Differentialthermoanalyse (DTA) untersucht. Die Kristalle wurden unter isothermen Bedingungen aus 0.1 % und 0.02% verdünnten Lösungen des Polymeren in 1.2-Dibromäthan und Monobrombenzol gezüchtet. Sowohl »feste« als auch »ölige« Proben wurden für die DTA-Versuche eingesetzt. Als »feste« Proben wurden getrocknete Kristalle definiert und »ölige« als solche, bei welchen die Suspension im Siliconöl verblieb, ohne sie austrocknen zu lassen. Die thermische Kurven der »festen« Proben sind den bereits früher mit polymerisierten Kristallen erhaltenen ähnlich, d. h. sie zeigen zwei Endotherme. Der Peak bei der niedrigeren Temperatur entspricht den Schmelzen der gebildeten Lamellen. Der obere Peak bei etwa 200° kann dem Schmelzen von während der Aufheizung reorganisierten Kristallen zugeschrieben werden. Die thermische Kurven der »öligen« Proben zeigen zwei zusätzliche kleine Peaks außer denen an »festen« Proben. Aus den Ergebnissen der Temper- und Zersetzungsversuche dürften diese beiden Peaks einen kleinen Anteil der teilweise unter Bildung von Doppelbindungen zersetzten Kristalle entsprechen, welche auf diese Weise niedrigere Schemlzpunkte haben. Eine alternative Erklärung ist, daß es eine bisher nicht beschriebene zweite Kristallform von PVDC gibt.

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The authors wish to thank the NSF Materials Division for support of this work under grants DMR 72-03292 A01 and A02.     

Properties of highly dispersed supported catalysts in hydrogenation reactions

Pt/sol and Pt/support catalysts with 6–15 Å Pt particles have been established to be low active in the hydrogenation of propargyl alcohol, butyn-l-ol-3 and dimethylethynylcarbinol. The specific catalytic activity significantly rises with increasing d_Pt above 15 Å and after the thermal treatment of highly dispersed catalysts in a hydrogen flow.

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, -30 -- 6–15 Å , -1, -3 . d_Pt>15 Å .

     

Kinetics of heterogeneous catalytic hydroformylation of propylene on rhodium-cobalt catalysts. Reaction mechanism

Steady-state kinetics of combined heterogeneous catalytic hydrogenation and hydroformylation of propylene on Rh–Co-containing catalysts has been studied at atmospheric pressure and T=140–170 °C. A reaction mechanism is suggested. The kinetic model adequately describes all observations.

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- Rh–Co- 140–170 °C. . , .

     

Benzene activation over high-silica zeolites

The effect of treatment conditions of high-silica zeolites on their oxidation-reduction properties in benzene adsorption has been studied.

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Strong H2 chemisorption on Al2O3 or SiO2 supported group VIII metals

Following hydrogen treatments at high temperature a decrease in hydrogen chemisorption at room temperature is observed in almost all group VIII elements supported on SiO₂ or Al₂O₃. The effect is attributed to self inhibition by strongly chemisorbed hydrogen on the metals.

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VIII , SiO₂ Al₂O₃. .

     

Kinetics and mechanism of the permanganate oxidation of trans-crotonic acid

The kinetics and intermediates of the permanganate oxidation of trans-crotonic acid have been investigated in the pH range of 0.5–5.0 using the stoppedflow technique. The formation of manganese(III) as a short-lived intermediate has been established. The reaction is first order with respect to both MnO ₄ ^– and crotonic acid (crotonate). The resolved rate constants at 25°C are 730 and 410 M^–1 sec^–1 for the acid and the anion, respectively. The reaction mechanism is discussed.

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pH=0,5–5,0, . (III) . MnO ₄ ^– , (). 25°C 730 410 M^{–1 –1} , . .

     

CO/H2 and CO2/H2 reactions with amorphous carbon-metal catalysts

By metal impregnation of selected naturally occurring organic materials followed by controlled carbonization, metal semicoke catalysts can be readily prepared. These catalysts have been tested in the synthesis of hydrocarbons and alcohols from CO/H₂ and CO₂/H₂ mixtures. Fe and Co preparations have been used. Relatively high temperatures are required when using these catalysts, which are quite active for synthesis using CO₂ and H₂. The pressure (5150 kPa) is very favorable both for the synthesis of liquid hydrocarbons (C₅–C₃₀) and alcohols (C₁–C₅).

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. CO/H₂ CO₂/H₂. Fe Co. , CO₂ H₂. 5150 ) (C₅–C₃₀) (C₁–C₅).

     

Formation of O2? ion-radicals on reduced anatase. Influence of adsorbed CO on the stabilization of O2?

ESR studies of O₂ adsorption on reduced anatase have been performed. The amount of O ₂ ^– species is determined by adsorbed surface oxygen and their parameters are changed by CO adsorption.

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O₂ . , O ₂ ^– , CO.

     

On the mechanism of propylene oxidation over gallium-molybdenum oxide catalysts

The products of selective oxidation are shown to be formed via a stepwise mechanism with participation of surface allylic complexes. A successive transformation of -allyl to -allyl and further to acrolein is possible. The products of complete oxidation may be formed through surface carbonate-carboxylate complexes via either a stepwise mechanism involving the catalyst's oxygen, or a concerted mechanism with the participation of molecular oxygen.

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, . - -, . - , .

     

Influence of Fe?Sb?O catalyst composition on the products accompanying oxidative dehydrogenation of EtPh

Sb₂O₄ in catalysts was found to accelerate oxidation processes, whereas Fe₂O₃ the formation of other hydrocarbons in the oxidative dehydrogenation of EtPh to styrene at 800 K over catalysts of the Fe–Sb–O system.

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Sb₂O₄ , a Fe₂O₃- EtPh 800° Fe–Sb–O.

     

Heterogeneous reactions of solid nickel(II) complexes

The influence of different modes of preparation on the stoichiometry of thermal decomposition of isothiocyanatonickel(II) complexes with ammonia was studied. It was found that the complex Ni(NCS)₂(NH₃)₄ (I) prepared by heterogeneous reaction undergoes decomposition in two steps (–2 NH₃, –2 NH₃), while for complex II, of the same composition but prepared by homogeneous reaction from solution, the decomposition proceeds in three steps (–1 NH₃, –1 NH₃, –2NH₃). Electronic and infrared absorption spectra were used for the study of the spectral properties of the starting complex. It was found that the different stoichiometries of thermal decompositions of complexes I and II do not cause differences in the bonding strength of the ammonia molecules (chemical factor); this effect is rather brought about by physical factors such as different imperfections of the crystal lattice.

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Zusammenfassung Der Einfluß der Herstellung auf die Stöchiometrie der thermischen Zersetzung von Amin-Komplexen des Isothiocyanatonickels wurde studiert. Der Zerfall des Komplexes Ni(NCS)₂(NH₃)₄ (I), hergestellt durch heterogene Reaktion, verlief in zwei Etappen (–2 NH₃, –2 NH₃). Beim selben Komplex (II), hergestellt durch homogene Reaktion in Lösung, wurden jedoch drei Etappen beobachtet (–1 NH₃, –1 NH₃, –2 NH₃). Die Eigenschaften des Ausgangsproduktes wurden durch Elektronen- und IR-Spektroskopie untersucht. Das unterschiedliche thermische Verhalten ist nicht auf eine verschiedene Bindungsstärke der NH₃ Moleküle, sondern auf physikalische Ursachen, wie z. B. Unregelmässigkeiten im Kristallgitter zurückzuführen.

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Résumé On a étudié l'influence des diverses méthodes de préparation sur la stoechiométrie de la réaction de décomposition thermique des complexes de l'isothiocyanate de nickel(II) avec l'ammoniac. On a établi que le complexe Ni(SCN)₂(NH₃)₄, (I), préparé rar réaction hétérogène, subit une décomposition en deux étapes (–2NH₃, –2NH₃), tandis que le complexe (II), de même composition, mais préparé par réaction homogène, à partir de solutions, se décompose en trois étapes (–1NH₃,–1NH₃, –2NH₃). Les propriétés spectrales du complexe initial ont été étudiées par absorption électronique et infrarouge. On a trouvé que les différences de stoechiométrie des réactions de décomposition thermique des complexes (I) et (II) n'apportaient pas de différences entre les énergies de liaison des molécules d'ammoniac (facteur chimique). C'est plutôt à des facteurs physiques, comme les différentes imperfections du réseau cristallin, que cet effet serait dû.

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(II) . , Ni(NCS)₂(NH₃)₄ (I), , (–2NH₃,–2NH₃). , II , , (–1 NH₃,–1 NH₃ –2NH₃). . , I II ( ), , .

     

Chemical oscillations in the uncatalyzed bromate oxidation of hydroquinone and nitrophenols

Chemical oscillatory behavior in the uncatalyzed bromate oxidation of hydroquinone and nitrophenols is reported. The reaction is strongly inhibited by stirring. Effect of one-electron redox couples (EZ catalysts) on the system is described.

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. . - ( EZ) .

     

Differential scanning calorimetry of chloroquine sulphate exposed to sun,heat and ultraviolet radiation

Chloroquine sulphate, like the phosphate, is an antimalarial formulation widely used in the tropics. The stability of such formulations is therefore of interest in the combat against malaria. A DSC study has been made of the effects of exposure to the sun, heat and UV radiation on the stability of chloroquine sulphate, similarly as performed earlier for chloroquine phosphate. When freshly recrystallized from a water-acetone mixture, chloroquine sulphate exhibits two endothermic peaks, at 169.4° and 204.7°, for the expulsion of crystal water (one molecule) and for the melting process, respectively. The exposure of chloroquine sulphate to the sun, heat and UV radiation leads to splitting of the peak for melting.

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Zusammenfassung Chloroquine-Sulfat ist ebenso wie das entsprechende Phosphatderivat ein in den Tropen weitverbreitet angewandtes Antimalaria-Präparat. Die Stabilität dieses Präparates hat damit Bedeutung für die Malariabekämpfung. Die vorliegende Arbeit ist eine Erweiterung einer Untersuchung über den Effekt der Einwirkung.von Sonne, Hitze und UV-Strahlen auf die Stabilität von Chloroquine-Phosphat auf Chloroquine-Sulfat. Aus Wasser-Aceton-Mischungen frisch kristallisiertes Chloroquine-Sulfat zeigt zwei endotherme Peaks bei 169,4 und 204,7 °C, die durch Abgabe von Kristallwasser (ein Molekül) bzw. durch den Schmelzvorgang bedingt sind. Wird Chloroquine-Sulfat der Sonne, Wärme oder UV-Licht ausgesetzt, so wird der dem Schmelzvorgang zuzuscheibende Peak aufgespalten.

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, -, , . . , . , , 169,4 204,7°, , , . , .

     

Formation of N-butane in the pyrolysis of ethylene [1]

Yields of n-C₄H₁₀ have been measured from the flow pyrolysis of C₂H₄ at 897 (±7) K. From 77 to 720 Torr the order of n-C₄H₁₀ formation was found to be 2.0±0.3 The rate constant for the reaction, was estimated to be 2.4(±0.6)×10^–4l mol^–1s^–1.

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-C₄H₁₀ C₂H₄ 897 (±7) . -C₄H₁₀ 77 720 2.0±0.3. 2C₂H₄C₂H₃+C₂H₅ 2,4 (±0,6)×10^{–4 –1–1}.

     

Hydrogenation of carbon monoxide catalysts prepared by pyrolysis of Co2(CO)8 on various oxide supports

Catalysts prepared by pyrolysis of Co₂(CO)₈ on oxide supports have been studied in the hydrogenation of CO. It is shown that MgO and -Al₂O₃-based catalysts are less active than those supported on SiO₂, TiO₂ and ZrO₂. The application of -Al₂O₃ as a support increases the relative yield of light hydrocarbons.

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, Co₂(CO)₈ , CO. , MgO -Al₂O₃ SiO₂, TiO₂ ZrO₂. -Al₂O₃ .

     

Hydrogenation reactions over alkali metal doped MgO, II

The hydrogenation of benzene, styrene and isoprene over magnesia doped with sodium and potassium vapors has been studied. Neither system displays a catalytic activity towards benzene hydrogenation. The initial rate, turnover number and time of halfdecay for styrene and isoprene hydrogenation have been determined.

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Hydrogenation of xylenes over supported Pt catalysts. Influence of different variables on their catalytic activity

In this work we studied and compared the catalytic activity of various supported Pt systems on the gas-phase hydrogenation of o-, m- and p-xylene. We analyzed the influence of different catalyst preparation variables (solvent, precursor, salt, support and catalyst reduction temperature used) on the catalytic activity and selectivity towards the corresponding cis-and trans-dimethylcyclohexanes.

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- o-, m- -. (, , ) - -.

     

Kinetics of oxidation of octacyanomolybdate(V) ion by thiosulfate

The oxidation of thiosulfate by octacyanomolybdate(V) in the pH range of 4,0 to 5,1 is catalyzed by alkali metal ions and shows first order dependence on the concentrations of thiosulfate, octacyanomolybdate(V) and alkali metal ions and is independent of the hydrogen ion concentration. A mechanism for the reaction is proposed.

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(V) pH=4,0–5,1 . , (V) . . .

     

A study of thermal preparation OF c-Mn2P4O12

With the application of thermogravimetry under quasi-isothermal-isobaric conditions, the reaction course of the calcination of Mn(H₂PO₄ · H₂O to give dimanganese cyclotetraphosphate has been studied. Isothermal calcination was also carried out in an electric furnace at various temperatures (200 min). The reaction products were analyzed by chromatography, IR and NMR spectrocopy, and X-ray diffraction analysis. The compositions of the calcinates were determined through extraction with various inorganic and organic solvents.

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Zusammenfassung Der Verlauf der Dimangan-cyclotetraphosphat ergebenden Kalzinierung von Mn(H₂PO₄)₂ · H₂O wurde thermogravimetrisch unter quasi-isothermen-isobaren Bedingungen untersucht. Isotherme Kalzinierung wurde auch im elektrischen Ofen (200 min) bei verschiedenen Temperaturen ausgeführt. Die Reaktionsprodukte wurden chromatographisch, IR- und NMR-spektroskopisch sowie röntgendiffraktometrisch analysiert. Die Zusammensetzung der kalzinierten Produkte wurde via Extraktion mit verschiedenen anorganischen und organischen Lösungsmitteln bestimmt.

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Mn(H₂PO₄ · H₂O. . . - , - - . .

     

IR spectroscopic studies of adsorption and conversion of isopropyl alcohol on a Sn/Mo oxide catalyst

Brönsted acid centers on the surface of the Sn/Mo oxide catalyst are shown to play a decisive role in isopropyl alcohol conversion to acetone.

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Sn/Mo .